Its launch is designed to identify and curate talent from smaller markets and expand their international careers.
Olwagens directing credits include Silweskerm Festival winnerPoppie Nongena, drama seriesRecipes For Love and Murderand the Natalie Dormer-starrerWhite Lies.
He also published his first novel, Man in die Maan.
(Top row L-R) Lyndon Chapman, Tina Gharavi, Etienne Fourie, Christiaan Olwagen (Bottom row L-R) Sam Benjamin, Daniel Schultz, Daniel FoxCourtesy; Mary McCartney; Paul Smith
His Showmax drama seriesTompoppieis currently under option in the U.S., with the script being adapted.
South African actor Schultz starred inUpon the Edgeand had a lead role in Olwagens series,White Lies.
Most recently, he was seen in Apple TV+s drama seriesInvasion.
His recently written feature film debut,The Pay Day, premiered on Starz.
